In the heart of the vibrant city of Aden, Layla Murad resides in Mualla district. She is 21 years old and she is a third-year student at the College of Media, University of Aden. Layla is Like other young people striving to improve their skills, knowledge, and self-awareness, she decided to take a bold step toward achieving her dream of becoming an influential media personality. She chose the world of podcasting as a platform to amplify her voice, showcase her talent, and enhance her growth opportunities in her professional field.
Driven by her robust desire for growth and learning, Layla joined a specialized training program in podcast production, where she gained the skills and knowledge needed to embark on this unique journey. She found in this training the motivation she had been missing to begin her journey in the world of podcasting.
The encouragement from her family, who instilled in her the values of patience and perseverance, played a significant role. After completing the podcast production training, which equipped her with the tools needed to pursue her journey with passion and determination, Layla continued her journey in podcasting. She was Capable to overcome the challenges and obstacles she encountered from the very beginning of her journey.
"One voice to thousands of listeners" is the phrase that captures Layla’s success story.
Currently, Layla is working on producing podcast episodes titled "The Hidden Pearl of Yafea."
Layla is a role model for ambitious Yemeni youth striving to achieving their dreams despite difficult circumstances. Her story serves as an inspiration to many, demonstrating that determination and persistence are the keys of success and that young people are capable of great accomplishments if given the right opportunities.
The Yemen SOUT project is funded by the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF2023), in partnership with PASS Foundation- Peace for Sustainable Societies, and implemented by a group of youth graduates from the cultural exchange program "YES."